The question posed in the headline is a common one. You’ve probably asked this question yourself. Unfortunately, despite the fact that it’s a common question, it doesn’t necessarily have a common answer. How many calories should you eat per day to lose weight? The answer depends on a number of factors — all of which…
There are, indeed, some truly astounding health benefits of weight loss. You may be aware of many of these; some may come as a surprise. But make no mistake: Losing weight provides extraordinary health and wellness benefits. This is especially true for those patients who have been diagnosed as obese. Do you have a high…
Oregon Weight Loss Surgery welcomes self-pay weight-loss patients. So if you’ve been wondering about the cost of one of our procedures and plan to pay on your own — that is to say: without the assistance of an insurance company — then you’ve come to the right place. Curious about the gastric sleeve self-pay cost?…
If you’ve looked through the Oregon Weight Loss Surgery website, you’ve probably noticed the section titled “Am I A Candidate?” This is the portion of the site in which we detail eligibility for weight loss surgery, information that is important for low BMI patients. (Quick side note: We encourage you to explore the OWLS website;…
Wondering If A Weight Loss Balloon Is Right For You? Modern medicine provides a lot of promising weight loss options for people struggling with obesity. At Oregon Weight Loss Surgery, we offer a wide range of weight loss services, including lap bands, gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, and weight loss balloons. We’re happy to discuss these…
Endoscopically placed intragastric balloons are the least invasive type of weight loss procedure currently available. Orbera is a silicone balloon that is placed into the stomach through the mouth and filled with 400 to 700 mL of fluid, which expands it into a spherical shape. The balloon makes the stomach feel full and able to hold less food….
We all know about the health benefits of weight loss: Less stress on your joints Increased vigor and vitality Improved mood Less tissue inflammation Diminished risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers Lower LDL or “bad” cholesterol Higher HDL or “good” cholesterol Lower levels of triglycerides Lower blood pressure And, of course,…
Bariatric surgery is extremely effective — although it’s not for everybody, and not everybody is a candidate for a weight loss procedure. If after reading this short blog post you think you might be a candidate, be sure to complete an informational seminar on bariatric surgeries to help increase your knowledge and to help you…
If you’re considering weight loss surgery, you may be wondering what kinds of weight loss surgeries are available. You’re probably also wondering which of the procedures is right for you and your specific situation. And, last but not least, you might also be wondering which is the least invasive weight loss surgery. Types of Weight…
What is a gastric balloon? In addition to being a safe and effective way for many people to lose weight and keep it off, it’s also one of the more commonly recommended weight-loss procedures. At Oregon Weight Loss Surgery, we perform gastric balloon procedures as one of our suite of weight loss surgeries and services….